Purpose This paper aims to examine how fear of missing out (FOMO) and investment intention mediate the relationship between behavioral biases and investment decisions of retail investors in the Indian stock market. Design/methodology/approach The present research comprises two cross-sectional...

Purpose This study aims to analyze the risk profile of banks whose managers sit on Federal Reserve district bank boards in 2023. In particular, to analyze the impact tha Federal Reserve bank directors have on their own banks. Design/methodology/approach Use a matched sample approach to perform...

Purpose The existing literature offers various perspectives on integrating cryptocurrencies into investment portfolios; yet, there is a gap in understanding the behaviours, attitudes and cross-investment links of individual investors. This study, grounded in the modern portfolio theory and the...

Purpose This study aims to investigate the influence of banking consolidations on bank stability in Sub-Saharan African (SSA) countries for the period 2003–2019, following a series of bank mergers and acquisitions (M&As) in the region and whether regulation-induced bank M&As affect banking...

Purpose Compliance risk management in the banking sector is crucial because of its multifaceted nature and its potential repercussions on reputation and financial stability. This study aims to present a systematic approach to mapping compliance risks, leveraging the risk self-control assessment...

Purpose This paper aims to examine the impact of bank liquidity, monetary policy and global crises on bank risk-taking behavior of Vietnamese banks. It provides evidence for a risk-taking channel of monetary policy through bank liquidity and global crises. Design/methodology/approach The study...

Purpose This study aims to investigate how investment opportunity sets (IOs) and free cash-flow (FCF) surpluses affect aggressive tax planning (ATP). This research focuses on examining the correlation between these factors and delves into how ATP, perceived as a tool for exploiting legal...

Purpose This paper aims to document the impact of shadow banking on non-performing loans (NPLs) of publicly listed banks in an international setting. Design/methodology/approach This paper uses the data from 27 countries and various estimation strategies to test the arguments presented in this...

Purpose Currently, consumers of financial products and services have become more vulnerable to predatory financial institutions, especially in the aftermath of Covid-19 pandemic. Therefore, financial consumers like the persons with disabilities (PWDs) should be equipped with knowledge and skills...